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New Melones Reservoir
LiveFishing report & water release — real-time flow and lake level
New Melones Reservoir, located in California, offers a dynamic fishing experience that is closely tied to the area's water conditions. This page provides crucial information for anglers, including the current lake level and elevation, which can impact fishing…View all
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CFS1,024.71
ftLatest value from the chart date range (pool / reservoir).
Normal range (1015.9–1028.6 FT)
Location
Seasonal fish position
Estimated holding depth based on season, temperature, and flow.
Summer Low-Light Feed
Fish rise to feed during dawn/dusk before dropping deeper later.
Season
Jun
Conditions right now
Weather at the ramp
Barometric pressure.
Good for reading surface activity.
NOAA lake forecast
For lake fishing conditions
Quick view of the official National Weather Service point forecast for this lake, tuned for boat and bank anglers.
NOAA forecast data is not available for this location right now.
Forecast data provided by NOAA / National Weather Service (`weather.gov`).
Water release alerts
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Get email notifications when water levels change. Set a custom threshold to be notified when conditions match your target.
Custom flow limit (CFS)
AI fishing analysis
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Analysis uses current outflow, level, weather, and pressure trend.
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Technical analysis
Water level history
Measured in ft
Level Scale
Reading Log: 7-Day Temporal Window
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New Melones Reservoir — frequently asked questions
Is New Melones Reservoir releasing water right now?
As of the most recent reading, New Melones Reservoir is showing little to no water release (about 0 cfs). Releases can change quickly with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) operations and rainfall — check the live outflow chart above before you head out.
What is the current water level at New Melones Reservoir?
The latest water level at New Melones Reservoir is about 1,024.71 ft. That's about 3.92 ft below the normal conservation pool of 1,028.63 ft. See the live level chart above for the latest trend.